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Warm weather is finally here, and as the temperatures rise across the country, a lot more ticks will be upon us – and our pets!...
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From the moment you walk in the door, you and your pet will feel a sense of connection that is comforting and relaxing....
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In the world of commercial pet foods, marketing has become much more prominent as new brands emerge....
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Spring brings blooming flowers and warmer weather, and unfortunately, allergens can make this beautiful season challenging for our pups....
Pet Owner Blog
Dog heartworm is a dreaded diagnosis that can mean extreme discomfort for your dog, but it’s also a disease that is highly preventable....
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Yes, heartworm disease can cause heart problems, including congestive heart failure, which can lead to death.
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No, unfortunately, the treatment will not cure your cat of heartworm disease.
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During the veterinary visit, we will discuss medications to control the inflammation and try to prevent clotting in the patient.
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The number of treatments depends on the cat....
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Unfortunately, there's no treatment available for cat heartworm.
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No, it's not that heartworm disease is painful per se....
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I recommend starting heartworm prevention as soon as you bring your cat in as a kitten....
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A cat gets a heartworm the same way a dog does, through a blood-borne parasite, through mosquitoes.
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We do not recommend any holistic or over-the-counter heartworm prevention for cats.
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Unfortunately, here in Florida, we still get mosquitoes inside, so yes, it is very likely that your cat could potentially come in contact with them...
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Not that we recommend.
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There are two stages of heartworm disease in cats....
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No, heartworms are not visible in cats. They stay strictly in the heart or the lungs.
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